Ethiopia vs Djibouti prediction and betting tips on March 24, 2025
Game Prediction
On Monday March 24 at 21:00 GMT, the Stade El Abdi in Morocco will be the venue for a clash of low-ranked teams in Group A of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Fifth-placed Ethiopia host sixth-placed Djibouti. Both teams will be keen to pick up their first win to get back on track,
Ethiopia vs Djibouti key stats and trends
- Opponents drew 1-1 in first leg
- Both teams have failed to win any of their last 5 matches in this qualifying campaign.
- Ethiopia produced just one goal during this period
- Djibouti conceded an average of 2.8 per game and scored 0.6.
Ethiopia vs Djibouti recent form
Ethiopia is one of the founding nations of African soccer. In the 90s, it participated 8 times in AFCON and was even African champion in 1962. The 20th century saw a decline in Ethiopian football at continental level, with only two AFCON appearances. The Walia have got off to a poor start in their qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup. They have yet to win any of their 5 previous matches. They are currently 5th out of 6 with 3 points from a possible 15.
Djibouti are struggling. Their record after 5 matchdays in these 2026 World Cup qualifiers is disastrous: 5 matches, 4 defeats, 1 draw, 14 goals conceded, 3 scored. The Sharks of the Red Sea are still learning, as their coach said before the 1-4 loss to Burkina Faso.
Form
- Ethiopia: L L L W L
- Djibouti: L D L D L
Injury and team news
Both teams have stable squads with no reported absences to make them uncomfortable. The key players are present on both sides. However, the depth of their respective benches leaves something to be desired.
Predicted line-ups
- Ethiopia possible line-up: Nura-Terfa-James-Tamene-Bekele-Barkos-Warku-Amanurl-Moges-Gugsa-Nasir
- Djibouti possible line-up: Luyima-Mohamed-Araita-Yonis-Zakaria-Dazie-Abdi-Amza-Elabeh-Mouad-Samuel
Ethiopia vs Djibouti pre-game, odds and win probablity
Ethiopia is the favorite at 70% with a odds ratio of 1.35. Djibouti is the favorite at 9% with a odds ratio of 10.5. A draw is possible at 4.5 for 20%.
Correct score prediction: Ethiopia 2-0 Djibouti
We have to deal with two teams with very little attack. They have produced just 5 goals in 10 matches. Nevertheless, Ethiopia should be able to win against Djibouti's easily penetrable defense (2.8 conceded per game).
Players to watch: Wondimu and Dadzie
Minyelu Wondimu is Ethiopia’s danger man. The speedy forward’s ability to exploit counterattacks could test Egypt’s backline, though he’ll need support to breach their defense. His energy will be key for any home hope.
Gabriel Dadzie is one of Djibouti's key players. He has scored 2 goals in 5 games in the Libyan Premier League.
Expert tip : Ethiopia to win Under 2.5
In the light of what we have said above, there should be few goals in this match. If the Djiboutians have a fragile defense, the Ethiopian attack is no more extraordinary. The Under 2.5 option is 57% probable for a odds of 1.66.
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